An introduction to behavioural ecology
Krebs, J. R.
An introduction to behavioural ecology - 3rd Edition. - Oxford [England] ; Cambridge, MA : Blackwell Scientific Publications, c1993. - xii, 420 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm;
Included Index
1. Natural selection, ecology and behaviour --
2. Testing hypotheses in behavioural ecology --
3. Economic decisions and the individual --
4. Predators versus prey: evolutionary arms races --
5. Competing for resources --
6. Living in groups --
7. Fighting and assessment --
8. Sexual conflict and sexual selection --
9. Parental care and mating systems --
10. Alternative breeding strategies --
11. On selfishness and altruism --
12. Co-operation and helping in birds, mammals and fish --
13. Altruism in the social insects --
14. The design of signals: ecology and evolution --
15. Conclusion.
The third edition of this successful textbook looks again at the influence of natural selection on behavior - an animal's struggle to survive by exploiting resources, avoiding predators, and maximizing reproductive success. In this edition, new examples are introduced throughout, many illustrated with full color photographs. In addition, important new topics are added including the latest techniques of comparative analysis, the theory and application of DNA fingerprinting techniques, extensive new discussion on brood parasite/host coevolution, the latest ideas on sexual selection in relation to disease resistance, and a new section on the intentionality of communication. Written in the lucid style for which these two authors are renowned, the text is enhanced by boxed sections illustrating important concepts and new marginal notes that guide the reader through the text. This book will be essential reading for students taking courses in behavioral ecology.
0632035463 9780632035465
Animal behavior.
Animal behavior
Animal ecology.
591.51 / KRE
An introduction to behavioural ecology - 3rd Edition. - Oxford [England] ; Cambridge, MA : Blackwell Scientific Publications, c1993. - xii, 420 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm;
Included Index
1. Natural selection, ecology and behaviour --
2. Testing hypotheses in behavioural ecology --
3. Economic decisions and the individual --
4. Predators versus prey: evolutionary arms races --
5. Competing for resources --
6. Living in groups --
7. Fighting and assessment --
8. Sexual conflict and sexual selection --
9. Parental care and mating systems --
10. Alternative breeding strategies --
11. On selfishness and altruism --
12. Co-operation and helping in birds, mammals and fish --
13. Altruism in the social insects --
14. The design of signals: ecology and evolution --
15. Conclusion.
The third edition of this successful textbook looks again at the influence of natural selection on behavior - an animal's struggle to survive by exploiting resources, avoiding predators, and maximizing reproductive success. In this edition, new examples are introduced throughout, many illustrated with full color photographs. In addition, important new topics are added including the latest techniques of comparative analysis, the theory and application of DNA fingerprinting techniques, extensive new discussion on brood parasite/host coevolution, the latest ideas on sexual selection in relation to disease resistance, and a new section on the intentionality of communication. Written in the lucid style for which these two authors are renowned, the text is enhanced by boxed sections illustrating important concepts and new marginal notes that guide the reader through the text. This book will be essential reading for students taking courses in behavioral ecology.
0632035463 9780632035465
Animal behavior.
Animal behavior
Animal ecology.
591.51 / KRE